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Helping Overthinkers Find a Simple Way Forward.

Kim Witten, PhD — Personal & Business Development Coach

After spending over four decades overthinking absolutely everything, I know exactly how persistent thoughts can steal your time, energy, and motivation.

Through years of deliberate practice, I’ve been able to turn rumination into a thinking strength. I have over 20 years of design experience, a PhD in Linguistics, and recognition from the ICF as an Professional Certified Coach.

And although I have a deep understanding of what makes people tick, I’m still learning every single day. People are full of surprises.

I’m challenged and energised by all the resourceful ways they move themselves toward their goals. And what I might do to support them in that.

That's why my mission today is to help overthinkers turn overthinking into expert thinking.

From career-changers to change-makers, I’ve supported people from all over the globe to navigate clear and simple paths through all kinds of complexity.

Here’s what they have to say

Core Values

  • Approach everything with curiosity

  • Cultivate awareness in myself and others

  • Grow and learn from every experience

  • Stand up for what’s fair and just

  • Be flexible and generous with my time and resources

Key Strengths

  • Listening and Empathy

  • Strategic and Emotional Awareness

  • Curiosity, Innovation and Growth

  • Creativity and Problem Solving

  • Detail, Organisation and Optimisation

Special interests include film, crafts, and my pug, Terry:

Terry is on a beach with a ball in his mouth. Kim is standing over him leaning into the frame.

Certifications

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I’ve successfully changed careers several times, gaining experience in corporate, agency, and academic environments.

This has allowed me to make meaningful connections and learn from many talented, inspiring people with all kinds of interests and backgrounds. And I’m keen for more.

If you have ideas, questions, or opportunities to share, we should talk!

Let's start a conversation

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